CHRISTIAN SINGER CARMAN TO PERFORM FREE CONCERT IN CAPE; LOCK-IN FOR TEENS WILL FOLLOW CONCERT

Christian vocalist Carman will appear at the Show Me Center July 23 for a 7 p.m. free concert.

Since the early 1980s, Carman has been entertaining audiences with his ministry and contemporary Christian music.

He was voted Favorite Christian Male Vocalist four consecutive years by readers of "Charisma" and "Christian Life," and he has performed for more than 1.5 million people. He currently is in the middle of a 15-month tour of the United States.

His 1991 release, "Addicted To Jesus," backs up his devotion to themes at the heart of the church. The album stayed at No. 1 for 15 weeks on the contemporary Christian chart, topping albums by artists like Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith and Petra.

At the same time, Carman's 1989 "Revival in the Land" release was No. 15 on the chart.

Carman (who's real name is Carman Dominic Licciardello) was raised in New Jersey and left home at age 20 to pursue a musical career. He headed to Las Vegas, but had a conversion and become a Christian singer.

Doors open at 6 p.m.

Following the concert, the Christian Coalition of Youth Leaders will host a "Carman Lock-in Party" at the Show Me Center. The event is open to all teens and youth leaders.

All-you-can-eat pizza and soft drinks will be served during the first hour of the lock-in, followed by recreational activities including team sports, skits, live music by Lost & Found a local Christian rock band and mini-seminars targeted to teens.

The lock-in will be held in the rec center. Adult volunteers also are needed for the event.

Cost per person is $5 to cover the cost of food and rec center rental. Pre-registration is encouraged. For more information, call 651-4443.